Trail Chef: Make Tiramisu in Camp!

Sometimes, the same old camping food just won't cut it. Sometimes, you've gotta cook to impress. Maybe you're in charge of group dessert, or you're competing in a cookoff, or you're trying to woo your hiking partner. Whatever the reason, have we got a gourmet dessert for you: backcountry tiramisu.

That's right. We're taking the gooey Italian confection out of its classy bistro and into the woods. With a few tweaks—instant pudding and espresso powder, anyone?—you can make a treat to end all treats. Here's how to do it.

CAMP TIRAMISU

Serves 2-3.

1/3 cup water

2 teaspoons instant espresso powder

2 tablespoons Kahlua (get one of those mini-bottles from the liquor store)

3.4-ounce packet of instant white chocolate pudding

2 cups milk (use 2/3 cup powdered milk plus 2 cups water)

16 ladyfingers

Dark chocolate

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1. Heat water to a boil, then mix in espresso and Kahlua.

2. Make pudding according to package directions.

3. Place six ladyfingers in the bottom of a pot; drizzle with half of the espresso mixture, then half of the pudding over it. Repeat to form a second layer.

4. Use a pocketknife to shave thin strips of chocolate on top and serve.